The Benefits of Hiking for Mental Health
By now we all know that a walk in the outdoors is a healthy form of exercise. Doctors in Scotland have even started prescribing it for chronic illnesses. But what [...]
Footcare For Hikers – A Hillwalk Guide (2019 Update)
Imagine hiking the most beautiful trail in Ireland, Scotland or England. And now imagine your feet being in agony while you do it. It wouldn’t be very enjoyable, would it? Taking [...]
2019 Update – How To Treat Hiking Injuries: A Hillwalk Guide
Common Hiking Injuries (2019 Update) The first thought when it comes to hiking injuries is of course ‘prevention.’ Injuries are an unfortunate inevitability of hiking. It’s therefore important to not [...]
9 More Tips for Challenging Hikes from a Former Army Officer (Part 2)
Last month our main post covered 9 hiking tips based on the experiences of an Army Officer who is now an avid hiker. Continuing on this month we have another [...]
9 Hiking Tips for Challenging Hikes from a Former Army Officer
We regularly hear the phrase “boots on the ground” in relation to the military, and it’s for a reason. While scruffy hikers and their brightly coloured packs may contrast starkly [...]
Why Hiking Is A Healthy New Year’s Resolution
Yes, it’s that time of the year again. That time when we all pick ourselves up again after the odd bit of excess over the holiday season. Many of us [...]
25 Places To Eat On The West Highland Way (Updated for 2019)
The West Highland Way is an extremely popular hiking route and one of the best-selling tours here at Hillwalk. So you could say that we know a little bit about [...]
Reasons To Go Winter Hiking
Winter hiking is probably the last thing on your mind. The weather has turned cold, the festive season is upon us, and all you want to do is sit cosy [...]